Food safety is a given, when a consumer purchases food they expect it to be safe and fit to eat. The responsibility for ensuring food is safe to eat rests with the farmer (sometimes called the primary producer), the manufacturer or processor (if the food is prepared in a factory), the distributor and wholesaler (the people responsible for transfering the food from the manufacturer to the shop or to the door in the case of direct sales or mail order), the retailer and the consumer themselves.

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Jonathans Sprouts of Rochester, MA is upgrading its recall of conventional alfalfa sprout products with a specific sell-by date to include all of its alfalfa products, conventional and organic, with all sell-by dates, as a precaution, because it has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella

The US FDA has issued a press release to confirm that Jonathans Sprouts of Rochester, MA is recalling its conventional alfalfa sprout products with sell-by date of 4/23 (follow link for more details), as a precaution, because it has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella,

The US FDA has issued a press release to confirm that S&M (U.S.A) ENTERPRISE CORP, 4703 2nd Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11232, is recalling RAIN SWISS ROLL (BANANA FLAVOR) because it contained undeclared eggs. Consumers who are allergic to eggs may run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reactions if they consume this product. The recalled RAIN SWISS ROLL (BANANA FLAVOR) was distributed nationwide in an uncoded 160 g cardboard box. It is a product of China. The recall was initiated after routine sampling by New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets Food Inspectors and subsequent analysis of the product by Food Laboratory personnel revealed the presence of eggs in packages of RAIN SWISS ROLL (BANANA FLAVOR) which did not declare eggs as an ingredient on the label. No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with this problem.

The US FDA has issued a press release to confirm that S &M Enterprise Corp, 4703 2nd Ave, Brooklyn NY 11232, is recalling GROVE GROW NOTES DRIED TARO because the product contains undeclared sulfites. People who have severe sensitivity to sulfites run the risk of serious or life-threatening reactions if they consume this product. GROVE GROW NOTES DRIED TARO is sold in a 14 ounce, un-coded, clear plastic package and was distributed nationwide. It is product of China.

The recall was initiated after routine sampling by New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets food inspectors and subsequent analysis of the product by food Laboratory personnel revealed the presence of sulfites in GROVE GROW NOTES DRIED TARO which was not declared on the label. The consumption of 10 milligrams of sulfites per serving has been reported to elicit severe reactions in some asthmatics. Anaphylactic shock could occur in certain sulfite sensitive individuals upon ingesting 10 milligrams or more of s…

The US FDA has issued a press release to confirm that S & M Enterprise Corp, 4703 2nd Ave, Brooklyn NY 11232, is recalling RAIN SWISS ROLL (STRAWBERRY FLAVOR) and (COCONUT FLAVOR) because they contain undeclared eggs. Consumers who are allergic to eggs may run the risk of serious or life-threatening reactions if they consume this product. The recalled RAIN SWISS ROLL (STRAWBERRY FLAVOR) and (COCONUT FLAVOR) were distributed nationwide in uncoded 160g cardboard boxes. They are products of China. The recall was initiated after routine sampling by New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets food inspectors and subsequent analysis of the product by food Laboratory personnel revealed the presence of eggs in packages of RAIN SWISS ROLL (STRAWBERRY FLAVOR) and (COCONUT FLAVOR) which was not declared eggs as an ingredient on the table. No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with this problem. Follow the link for more detail.

The US FDA has issued a press release to confirm that See’s Candies, Inc. of San Francisco, Calif., is recalling one code of 4.25 ounce Mayfair Eggs, with Cherries & Pecans because they contain walnuts. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to walnuts run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume this product. The total number of eggs produced with walnuts in place of pecans is 600.

The product was distributed through See’s owned retail shops in Northern California (San Jose and north), Northern Nevada (Reno), Oregon, Washington, Utah, Colorado, Idaho, Minnesota and Illinois. The product is sold individually in boxes labeled See’s Candies Mayfair with Cherries & Pecans. The code, 138, is visible through the cellophane window of the box on the top tab. There is no reported allergen reaction or illness attributed to this product.

The FSAI reports that as a precautionary measure, Mc Carren & Co. Ltd. is initiating a withdrawal of certain batches of cooked ham, due to potential processing errors which may lead to microbial contamination. Mc Carren & Co. Ltd. is contacting their customers to advise them of this withdrawal. No other products are known to be affected. No action is required by official agencies. Follow the link for batch details.

The CFIA has reported that Molson Coors is withdrawing 1.18 Litre Molson Dry bottles with a black bottle twist cap AND a production code that starts with D01. That code is printed directly on the neck of the bottle.

A few of these bottles produced for the Quebec market on April 1st, 2011 may have been mislabeled and could bear a body label indicating 5.5% Alcohol instead of 10.1%. Molson Coors is taking proactive measures to remedy the situation and is in the process of advising all retailers to ensure that these products be immediately removed from the shelves. Follow the link for more details.

The US FDA has issued a press release to confirm that L&M Companies, Inc. of Raleigh, NC is issuing a voluntary recall of one lot (1590 cartons) of whole cucumbers because it has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella. No illnesses have been reported in association with this recall, and no other products are involved.

The US FDA has issued a press release to confirm that New York State Agriculture Commissioner Darrel J. Aubertine has alerted consumers of undeclared milk in “Carob Brown Rice Crunch Squares” and in “Carob Mint Miniatures”, packaged and distributed by Simple Foods, located at 116 Killewald Avenue in Tonawanda, New York. People who have severe sensitivity to milk may run the risk of serious or life-threatening reactions if they consume this product.

The recalled “Carob Brown Rice Crunch Squares” are packaged in an uncoded 1.6 ounce cellophane package with a UPC code of 36664-00300. The recalled “Carob Mint Miniatures” are packaged in an uncoded 5.5 ounce cardboard box. Both products were sold at various health food stores in New York, New Hampshire, New Jersey and Pennsylvania. Routine sampling by New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets’ food inspectors and subsequent analysis of the product by the New York State Food Laboratory revealed the product contained milk allergen…

The public warning issued on April 1, 2011 has been expanded to include additional product codes. The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) is warning people with allergies to peanuts not to consume the Doctor’s CarbRite Diet Chocolate Brownie bars described below. The affected product contains peanuts which are not declared on the label.

The affected product, Doctor’s CarbRite Diet Chocolate Brownie bars are sold in 56.7 g (2.00 oz) packages, bearing UPC 0 39442 08112 4 and codes EXP101211, EXP040211, EXP080811, EXP080911, and EXP041012. This product may have been distributed nationally. There has been one reported illnesses associated with the consumption of this product.

The UK FSA has issued an allergy alert to confirm that Wm Morrison Supermarkets PLC has recalled one date code of Morrisons The Best Prawn & Smoked Salmon Cocktail due to a labelling error resulting in incorrect allergen information. Due to a labelling error, the product contains fish and gluten, which are not declared on the label. Therefore, this is a potential health risk for individuals who are allergic or sensitive to fish or gluten.

The UK FSA has issued an allergy alert to confirm that Wm Morrison Supermarkets PLC has recalled one date code of Morrisons Fresh Ideas Mini Chicken Roast due to a packaging error resulting in incorrect labelling information. Due to a packaging error, some packets of Mini Chicken Roast contain chicken en croute containing milk. As a result, the presence of milk is not declared in the ingredients list or on the allergen advisory box. Therefore, it is a potential health risk for people who are allergic or intolerant to milk or milk constituents.

The UK FSA has issued an allergy alert to confirm that Wm Morrison Supermarkets PLC recalls one date code of Morrisons 6 Carrot Cake Slices due to a packaging error resulting in incorrect labelling information. Due to a packaging error, some packets of one date code of the above product contain a different cake product containing soya. As a result, the presence of soya is not declared in the ingredients list or on the allergy advice box. Therefore, this is a potential health risk for individuals who are allergic or sensitive to soya.

The US FDA has issued a press release to confirm that Royal Sweet Bakery, Inc at 119 49 Street, Brooklyn, NY, 11232 is recalling HERRING IN VEGETABLE OIL FILLING discovered by New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets Food Inspectors during a routine inspection and subsequent analysis of product by Food Laboratory personnel confirming that the fish was improperly eviscerated prior to processing.

This product may be contaminated with Clostridium botulinum spores, which can cause Botulism, a serious and potentially fatal food-borne illness. Follow the link for more details.

The US FDA has issued a press release to confirm that Woodsmoke Provisions, LLC is voluntarily recalling forty pounds (40 lbs.) / 160 packages of the The Fresh Market Signature Collection Atlantic Smoked Salmon in 4 oz. retail packages with lot code 1459/2, because they have the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. Follow the link for more.

Charcuterie La Tour Eiffel is warning the public not to consume Summersweet Fine Foods seafood mousses and dips because the products may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. Charcuterie La Tour Eiffel also had a problem last year with Listeria monocytogenes.

The US FDA has issued a press release to confirm that Organic Food Bar, Inc. of Fullerton, CA is recalling the specific lots of Chocolatey Chocolate Chip RAW Organic Food Bars, because they may contain undeclared peanut proteins. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to peanuts run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products. Follow the link for more details.

The US FDA has issued a press release to confirm that B&M, Inc. of Mount Vernon, Missouri is voluntarily recalling Archer Farms Ground Turmeric sold at Target stores in glass bottles with a net weight of 2.6 oz. (74g), due to elevated levels of lead. Follow the link for more details.

The public warning issued on March 24, 2011 has been expanded to include additional product codes. The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) is warning people with allergies to peanuts not to consume the Raw Organic Food Bars described below. The affected product contains peanuts which are not declared on the label. Follow the link for more details.

The US FDA has issued a press release to confirm that A-1 Sandwich Inc. is recalling certain ready-to-eat sandwiches because the product label does not declare allergens.

All sandwiches that contain mayonnaise and have an expiration date of 4/16/2011 or before are not labeled with egg as an ingredient. Although no illnesses have been reported, people with allergy to eggs run the risk of serious or life-threatening illness if they consume these products.

The public warning issued on April 8, 2011 has been expanded to include additional retailers who repackaged and sold raw shelled walnuts and products containing walnuts distributed by Amira Enterprises Inc.

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) is warning the public not to consume raw shelled walnuts described below because these products may be contaminated with E. coli O157:H7. Click on the link for full details.

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) and Bangle Hand Inc. are warning people with allergies to wheat not to consume Bangle Hand Pakkoda. The affected product contains wheat which is not declared on the label.

The affected product is sold in 200g, 400g, and 1Kg packages. The product may also have been sold in other sizes which are hand written on the package. There are no lot codes or UPC numbers on the package. This product has been distributed in Toronto and the Greater Toronto Area. There have been no reported illnesses associated with the consumption of this product. Consumption of this product may cause a serious or life-threatening reaction in persons with allergies to wheat.

Ausfoodnews reports that Patties Foods Ltd has announced an immediate recall on Four ‘n Twenty pies with a use-by date of 12, 13 and 14 July 2012, after the company found plastic fragments in a batch of the iconic Australian pies. The recall applies to individually packaged pies, sold at a variety of convenience stores, service stations, milk bars, canteens and other small retail outlets. Also being recalled is the Four ‘n Twenty six-pack, sold at Woolworths, Coles/Bi Lo, Metcash/IGA and Franklins. The company said it believed the plastic fragments were capable of causing illness or injury if consumed, and that customers should return the pies to the place of purchase for a full refund.

The UK FSA has issued a food alert to confirm that Bernard Matthews Farms is recalling its turkey goujons with a ‘use by’ date of 13 April 2011, because the product possibly contains small pieces of hard plastic. The Agency has issued a Product Recall Information Notice. Follow the link for more details.

The US FDA has issued a press release to confirm that La Fiesta Food Products, Inc., is voluntarily recalling all Dried Shredded Shrimp products due to an error on the ingredients labels. The products contain sulfites and the new labels will be updated accordingly. Certain consumers having severe sensitivity or allergies to sulfite run the risk of allergic reactions if they consume this product.

The US FDA has issued a press release to confirm that Mexicantown Wholesale of Detroit, Michigan is recalling all lots of PAN NUEZ because they contain undeclared pecan chips. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to pecans run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products. Mexicantown Wholesale of Detroit, Michigan is also recalling all lots of PAN NUEZ, MAGDALENA, PAN DE MAIZ, YOYO and TACOS DE PAN DANES manufactured between 6/27/2010 and 12/28/2010, because they contain undeclared milk. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to milk run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products. The recalled PAN NUEZ, MAGDALENA, PAN DE MAIZ, YOYO and TACOS DE PAN DANES also contain undeclared wheat and FD&C Yellow#5, which can elicit moderate reactions in sensitive individuals.

PAN NUEZ, MAGDALENA, PAN DE MAIZ, YOYO and TACOS DE PAN DANES are sold in clear plastic bags of three or four…

The FDA has issued a press release to confirm that Le Bon Patissier of La Crescenta, CA is conducting a voluntary recall on the following Le Bon Patissier Products because they contain undeclared allergens. People who have an allergen or severe sensitivity to wheat, egg, pistachios, walnuts, or milk run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products. Follow the link to find out more.

The US FDA has issued a press release to confirm that Fresh Express is voluntarily recalling 2,939 cases of 9 oz. Bag Spinach with Product Codes starting with H081 and H082, UPC Code of 7127913204 and Use-by Dates of April 6 and 7 out of an abundance of caution due to a positive test result for Salmonella from random sample testing. Follow the link for more.

The US FDA has issued a press release to confirm that Tri-Union Seafoods LLC is issuing a precautionary, voluntary recall of a limited amount of Chicken of the Sea brand 6.5-ounce chopped clams. The product is mislabeled and may contain tiny shrimp, and the company is conducting this precautionary, voluntary recall to ensure public health as shellfish is considered an allergen. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to shellfish run the risk of a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume this product. There have been no reported illnesses.

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) and Quality Natural Foods Ltd. are warning people with allergies to gluten not to consume Haldiram's Nagpur brand Gulab Jamun Indian Sweets. The affected products contain gluten which is not declared on the label. Follow the link to find out more.

The CFIA has issued the following press release:
"FARM BOY HAS ISSUED AN IMMEDIATE FOOD SAFETY RECALL OF ALL GLASS BOTTLED FARM BOY ORGANIC MILK, SKIM, 2 PERCENT, 1 PERCENT, 3.8 PERCENT, UNHOMOGENIZED AND CHOCOLATE. FARM BOY IMMEDIATELY REMOVED ALL BOTTLES FROM SHELVES AND IMMEDIATELY CONTACTED THE CANADIAN FOOD INSPECTION AGENCY AFTER A REPORT OF GLASS FRAGMENTS APPARENTLY ORIGINATING FROM THE PACKING PROCESS AT COCHRANE'S DAIRY IN RUSSEL. THE CFIA IS CONDUCTING A THOROUGH INVESTIGATION, WITH THE FULL COOPERATION OF FARM BOY AND THE DAIRY. NO INJURIES HAVE BEEN REPORTED, AND NO PRODUCTS OTHER THAN BOTTLED ORGANIC MILK ARE AFFECTED...." Follow the link to read the full text.

The UK FSA has issued a food alert to confirm that Everest Dairies is recalling some packs of certain brands of paneer cheese because the milk used to make the paneer might contain residues of veterinary medicines. The Agency has issued a Product Recall Information Notice. Follow the link for more details.

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) is warning people with allergies to milk or peanuts not to consume three Assi brand Wheat Flour Mix products as they contain milk and peanuts which are not declared or improperly declared on the label.

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) is warning people with allergies to peanuts not to consume the Doctor's CarbRite Diet Chocolate Brownie bars described below. The affected product contains peanuts which are not declared on the label.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) has announced that Jennie-O Turkey Store, a Willmar, Minn. establishment, is recalling approximately 54,960 pounds of frozen, raw turkey burger products that may be contaminated with Salmonella. "As FSIS continues its investigation of illnesses related to this recall, additional raw turkey products may be recalled. As a result, FSIS is alerting consumers to take extra care when preparing all raw turkey products". Follow the link for more.

Sassy Cow Creamery, LLC of Columbus, WI is recalling Blueberry Cheesecake and Butter Pecan Ice Cream because it may contain undeclared peanuts or egg and soy. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to egg, soy, or peanuts run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products. follow the link for more.

Cottage Grove Farmhouse Bakery, Cottage Grove, Oregon is recalling Wheat Sourdough Bread, Oatmeal Bread, and Garlic Basil Parmesan Bread because they may contain undeclared Pasteurized Egg white. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to eggs run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products. Follow the link for more.

As a precautionary measure, Joyce’s Irish Lean Country Bacon Ltd is recalling two batches of sliced ham, due to a possible inappropriate use- by date and risk of microbial cross-contamination during packing. No other products are affected by this recall. Joyce’s Irish Lean Country Bacon Ltd. is recalling the implicated batches from retailers in counties Galway, Mayo and Roscommon and issuing in-store notices requesting consumers to return any of the implicated batches. No action is required by official agencies. Follow the link to find more.

The UK FSA has issued an allergy alert to confirm that Sainsbury's Supermarkets Ltd has withdrawn one date code of Sainsbury's Freefrom Chocolate Sponge Pudding due to the presence of milk protein (casein). Milk is not an intended ingredient and this makes the product a potential health risk for people who are allergic or intolerant to milk or milk constituents.

Arko Foods International of Los Angeles, CA is recalling Angelina Brand Smoked Roundscad, 8oz packs, because it has the potential to be contaminated with Clostridium botulinum, a bacterium which can cause life-threatening illness or death. Consumers are warned not to consume the product even if it does not look or smell spoiled.

Wayne Farms, a Decatur, Ala., establishment is recalling approximately 53,210 pounds of frozen, breaded, fully cooked Italian-style chicken breast fillet products because they contain an undeclared allergen, egg, which is not noted on the label. Egg is a known allergen.

The US FDA has issued a press release to confirm that Frankly Fresh, Inc. of Carson, CA. is voluntarily recalling its seafood line of products, because it has the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. Follow the link for more.

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) and Brandfusion Ltd. are warning people with allergies to milk not to consume the "Krazy!" for Kernels Extraordinary Popcorn Sassy Salt & Vinegar seasoning described below. The affected product contains milk protein which is not declared on the label.

The "Krazy!" for Kernels Extraordinary Popcorn Sassy Salt & Vinegar seasoning is sold in 110 g packages bearing UPC 8 12542 00502 9. All lot codes are affected by this alert. This product has been distributed nationally.

There has been one serious allergic reaction associated with the consumption of this product.

Consumption of this product may cause a serious or life-threatening reaction in persons with allergies to milk proteins.

The US FDA has issued a press release to confirm that Thomas Produce of Boca Raton, FL, is recalling 320 boxes of Jalapeno Peppers because they have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella. Follow the link to find more.

Louie Foods International of Fresno, California, is voluntarily recalling all Louie’s brand sprouts with a “Use By” date on or before 4/14/11, because they may be contaminated with Salmonella. To-date, no illnesses have been reported. Follow the link for more.

About Me

Louise has a PhD in global food production and is a 2007 Nuffield Scholar. Her scholarship study was on global water policy and its impact on food production.
Louise has worked in the food supply chain for thirty years. Louise has written or edited five books and her research has been published in several peer reviewed journals. She also writes articles for trade and organisational publications.